La Cocina Oaxaquena

11770 A Metro Pkwy, Fort Myers, FL 33966
Mexican / Latin
Last inspected: Jun 11, 2024
100
Score
Low Risk

Going back to 2022, La Cocina Oaxaquena has five inspections in the public record. The newest entry in the record is dated Jun 11, 2024. Low risk means the most recent visit produced few or no significant findings.

Inspection results have stayed in a similar range over the last few visits, averaging around one violation each.

“Nonfood-grade bags used in direct contact with food” accounts for the largest share of issues, appearing two times across the record.

La Cocina Oaxaquena's latest score of 100 sits above the Fort Myers average of 80. There isn't much in the file that would give a customer pause.

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Inspections
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Inspection History
Jun 11, 2024
Routine - Food
No violations found.
100
Jan 11, 2024
Routine - Food
No violations found.
100
Oct 18, 2023
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 1 minor violation.
View 3 violations
High Priority - Nonfood-grade bags used in direct contact with food. Observed non food grade bag in direct contact with food items in reach in freezer. **Warning**
14-31-5
Intermediate - No proof provided that food employees are informed of their responsibility to report to the person in charge information about their health and activities related to foodborne illnesses. Observed no proof of signed forms available at the time of inspection. **Warning**
11-26-1
Basic - In-use utensil in non-time/temperature control for safety food not stored with handle above top of food within a closed container. Observed container used as a scoop in bulk salt container. **Warning**
10-01-5
74
May 10, 2023
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 2 major violations.
View 4 violations
High Priority - Nonfood-grade bags used in direct contact with food. Observed non food grade bag in direct contact with raw beef in tall reach in cooler. **Warning**
14-31-5
High Priority - Roach activity present as evidenced by live roaches found. Observed 1 live roach on reach in cooler. Operator killed roach and cleaned and sanitized area. **Corrective Action Taken** **Warning**
35A-05-4
Intermediate - Establishment has no written procedures for employees to follow in response to a vomiting or diarrheal event where the vomit or diarrhea is discharged onto surfaces in the establishment. Emailed to operator. **Corrective Action Taken** **Warning**
11-27-4
Intermediate - No proof provided that food employees are informed of their responsibility to report to the person in charge information about their health and activities related to foodborne illnesses. Emailed to operator. **Corrective Action Taken** **Warning**
11-26-1
61
Dec 2, 2022
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 2 major violations.
View 3 violations
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed next to grill: beef (118F - Hot Holding). Operator began reheating item on grill. **Corrective Action Taken** **Warning**
03B-01-6
Intermediate - Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Observed multiple items stored in hand wash sink blocking access. **Warning**
31A-09-4
Intermediate - No proof of required state approved employee training provided for any employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. **Warning**
53B-01-5
70

Frequently Asked Questions

When was La Cocina Oaxaquena last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at La Cocina Oaxaquena on file is from Jun 11, 2024. The public record contains five inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at La Cocina Oaxaquena?

Across the inspection record, “nonfood-grade bags used in direct contact with food” has been cited two times, more than any other issue at La Cocina Oaxaquena.

How does La Cocina Oaxaquena compare to other restaurants in Fort Myers?

La Cocina Oaxaquena most recently scored 100 out of 100, which is higher than the Fort Myers average of 80.

Has La Cocina Oaxaquena's inspection record improved over time?

Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at La Cocina Oaxaquena have averaged around one violation per visit across the recent record.

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at La Cocina Oaxaquena means inspectors found minimal or no significant issues at the most recent visit. Most facilities at this tier have a clean recent inspection report.

How often is La Cocina Oaxaquena inspected?

Based on the inspection history on file, La Cocina Oaxaquena is inspected around three times per year on average.